We are looking for a registered nurse who is looking for a new challenge on a busy, exciting acute stroke ward . This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of our Stroke pathway here at NGH and be involved in making a difference to our patients and our service.
The successful candidate will have to build a working relationship with not only the nurses, HCA’s, medical team on the stroke ward but also with the wider MDT (physiotherapist, occupational therapist, SALT and dietician) to ensure a smooth pathway for stroke patients.
The Division has a dedicated practice development team who works across the Division and support our nurses within their clinical areas to grow and develop. Staff have an opportunity to undertake bespoke modules which are specific to their own clinical specialty.
We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals. You will need to be innovative and adaptable, keen to learn new skills proving self-development and be a positive member of our busy team.
You will need to be innovative, able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and a commitment in supporting the development and learning of all the team whilst upholding Northampton General Hospital Trust values.
In return we can offer you a stimulating work environment with a commitment to multidisciplinary working and continuing professional development.
Clinical Excellence
The post holder will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care, maintaining at all times the highest standard of nursing care.
Liaise with, and provide relevant information to other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Assist in the supervision and monitoring of nursing practice under the guidance of the nurse in charge.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
Demonstrate good standards of practice with regard to documentation in-line with Trust policy.
Demonstrate a good knowledge base of general nursing care using the latest evidence on which to base their practice.
Demonstrate competence, or willingness to develop competence, in expanded role skills.
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is on an exciting journey with all of our divisions committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). As part of this collaborative approach, there may be a requirement for you to work across both the Kettering and Northampton hospital sites, depending on the needs of the service.
Our Excellence Values
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across UHN and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for UHN.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Hollie Perkins Job title: Ward Leader Email address: hollie.perkins@nhs.net Telephone number: 01604 545918
